Noccalula Falls Duathlon is a duathlon race on October 10, 2026 in Gadsden, AL, with entry fees from $20 to $45.
From the Organizer
All proceeds benefiting Friends of the Falls
This year the race has been changed up in order to provide more of a challenge to those who want it!
Please be sure to read the categories carefully before registering.
Registration will be available the morning of the race starting at 7am
T- Shirts are only guaranteed to those registered online by October 1
Not a runner or rider but still want to help support the foundation? A T-shirt only option is available.
Event Categories:
Elite Athlete Duathlon featuring a 5k run through the gorge, a 20k ride finishing with a 2.5 k run. These athletes must complete the entire course individually
Athlete Duathlon features the 5k gorge run and a 10k ride
Relay Duathlon allows for one athlete to complete the 5k run and one athlete to complete the 10k ride
Kids Duathlon with a 1/2 mile run and 1/2 mile bike ride
Stay and enjoy grilled hot dogs with everyone after!
Awards will be given to first, second and third place winners in each division
T- Shirt deadline is October 1. There may be LIMITED extra tshirts available
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gadsden, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
33,617
as of 2023
City Elevation
583 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With duathlon, two disciplines push you in completely different ways. Duathlon rewards athletes who refuse to specialize — and if you've ever wanted to know what your legs can do after an all-out bike leg, this is your sport.
Run, bike, run. The multi-sport format without the swim. Two disciplines, one race — a great bridge between running and triathlon.
Coming Up
Noccalula Falls Duathlon
Oct 10, 2026